This might be extremely obvious for some, but if you’re anything like me, GET AN OVERSIZED HOODIE FOR THE GYM.

I’ve been struggling with my weight and body image for a while now, and I’ve always steered towards tighter clothing - afraid that if I get a bigger size, I’ll appear even bigger than I already am.

I was incredibly fit and active growing up - a tiny little girl, known to be “pure muscle and nothing else” by my family. I was always small and active. I used to run 7 miles a night for fun. I went from a size 0-4 to a size 10-12. This new larger body is still kind of new to me, and it’s definitely messed with my sense of identity.

ANYWAY, a few months ago I saw this XL adidas hoodie on Facebook Marketplace. It looked crazy comfortable and great for lounging around the house. I normally buy a Medium, but I thought that this might be nice for colder weather at home.

Well, last night - I talked my husband into going to the gym with me. I had just done laundry and had that oversized hoodie on the top of the clean pile. I just kind of threw it on without thinking.

It was AMAZING. I try not to think about what I look like at the gym - but, wearing this XL hoodie gave me so much comfort and confidence. It felt like a warm hug - and there was literally no way anyone could see the shape of my body.

I looked and felt like a comfy little hamster. I didn’t worry about what my body looked like as I ran, and I burned even more calories because of the warmth of the hoodie.

I even went and ran several laps on the track, which is HUGE for me. It was the first time in well over 2 years that I’ve ran! My body felt engaged and comfortable. And I experienced that blissful runner’s high I’ve missed so much. :)

This felt like a cheat code irl.

I know this might be incredibly dumb or obvious for some people - but if anyone is like me, it’s worth the investment/ consideration.

TL/DR: Oversized hoodies can possibly hide your body and help you feel more comfortable at the gym :)